Brooklyn Nets vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 31/03/2024, 04:45  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 31/03/2024 at 05:46 in NBA Predictions

The Los Angeles Lakers will travel to the Barclays Center to face the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA on Sunday night. The hosts are 29-45 and 11th in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 41-33 and ninth in the Western Conference. 

With eight games remaining in the regular season, the Lakers have a chance to secure the sixth seed, as they are currently 3.5 games behind. They had been on a five-game winning streak but faced a setback with a 109-90 road defeat against the Pacers on Friday. Anthony Davis led the team with 24 points, 15 rebounds, and three assists, while Austin Reaves contributed 16 points along with 13 rebounds and six assists. The Lakers rank eighth in the league in scoring, averaging 117.7 points per game, which is 4.2 points more than what the Nets allow (113.5). However, Los Angeles struggles defensively, allowing 117.7 points per game, ranking 23rd. Notably, the Lakers concede 5.4 more points on the road compared to at home. Christian Wood, Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent, and Jalen Hood-Schifino are all listed as doubtful for the upcoming match.

The Brooklyn Nets have had a disappointing season overall, but they seem to be finding their form late in the campaign, currently on a three-game winning streak. Despite losing eight of their last 12 games overall, they are now aiming for a fourth consecutive victory after a convincing 125-108 home win against the Bulls on Friday. Cam Thomas led the team with an impressive performance, scoring 28 points, grabbing eight rebounds, and dishing out four assists, while Dennis Schroder added 27 points along with seven assists. In terms of scoring, the Nets rank 24th in the NBA, averaging 111.2 points per game, while the Los Angeles Lakers' defense ranks 23rd in points allowed per game, conceding 117.7. Defensively, the Nets give up 113.5 points per game, ranking 14th, with opponents shooting 47.2 percent from the field (16th) and 37.3 percent from beyond the arc (23rd). Cam Johnson and Dennis Smith Jr. are both questionable for the upcoming matchup.